Happiness: Unlocking the Mysteries of Psychological Wealth

Utilizing sophisticated methodology and three decades of research
by the world's leading expert on happiness, Happiness
challenges the present thinking of the causes and consequences of
happiness and redefines our modern notions of happiness.

shares the results of three decades of research on our notions
of happiness

covers the most important advances in our understanding of
happiness

offers readers unparalleled access to the world's leading
experts on happiness

provides "real world" examples that will resonate with general
readers as well as scholars

Winner of the 2008 PSP Prose Award for Excellence in
Psychology, Professional and Scholarly Publishing Division of
the Association of American Publishers

Ed Diener. Ph.D., is the Joseph R. Smiley Professor of
Psychology at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is
also a senior scientist for the Gallup Organization.

Robert Biswas-Diener, Program Director at the Center for
Applied Positive Psychology (UK) and part-time lecturer at Portland
State University, lives in Milwaukie, Oregon. He is known as the
“Indiana Jones of positive psychology” for his research
on subjective well-being in remote cultures around the world.

“Happiness challenges the present thinking of the
causes and consequences of happiness and redefines our modern
notions of happiness. It shares the results of three decades of
research on happiness, and covers the most important advances in
our understanding of happiness.” (Adolescence, April
2009)

“Happiness is a process, not a place. That's one of
the key concepts that leaps from Happiness: Unlocking The
Mysteries Of Psychological Wealth by Ed Diener and Robert
Biswas- Diener.” (Diana's Blog: Quirky Words and
Book)

“Happiness challenges the present thinking af the
causes and consequences of happiness and redefines our modern
notions of happiness. It shares the results of three decades of
research on happiness, and covers the most important advances in
our understanding of happiness. It also offers readers access to
the world's leading experts on happiness, and provides 'real world'
examples that will resonate with general readers as well as
scholars.” (Family Therapy)

“In their sweeping new book Diener and his son, Robert
Biswas-Diener, distill the results of worldwide research into
happiness and come up with an explanation, a recipe, for a
sustained state of good feeling, psychological wealth, as they call
it.” (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, November 2008)

“The authors write in a that is clear and accessible to a
general audience; furthermore, they frequently infuse humor into
their work. I certainly respect Diener and Biswas-Diener as well as
admire the amount effort they have each put into their life's
work.” (Metapsychology, November 2008)

"Pioneering researchers Professor Ed and his son Robert
Biswas-Diener explain ... why most things we've been told are
wrong." (Psychologies, November 2008)

“Ed Diener [says], 'Happiness is not a set of desirable
life circumstances. It's a way of traveling.' Diener's new book,
written with his son, Robert Biswas-Diener, a life coach, offers
guidance for those interested in taking a road trip. As the Dieners
synthesize the latest research … they challenge the
conventional party line on well-being.” (O
Magazine)

"Among the recent glut of books about happiness, this one shines
out. Highly readable and entertaining, its authors are perhaps the
pre-eminent researchers on the subject … The advice on how to
gain an appropriate level of happiness is way ahead of that offered
by most self-help books." (New Scientist)

“If you’re looking for one thoughtful, comprehensive
book to help you understand the science of happiness better, this
is exactly what you’re looking for. It’s also a good
read, accessible, concise, and even funny, which isn’t true
of all such books, and there’s a lot of information I
hadn’t seen elsewhere.” (Happiness Project)

"This book is absolutely a delight to read. [The authors] have
made the science very accessible and practical. You will love the
stories they weave into the text. The Dieners take us along on
their adventures around the world. We tag along as they unlock the
mysteries of happiness. As you read the book you come to understand
why Diener is known as the ‘Jedi Master of Happiness’
and why Biswas-Diener has been called the ‘Indiana Jones of
Psychology.’ Get the book, settle into a comfortable chair,
buckle your seatbelt, and enjoy the ride." (Positive Psychology
News Daily)

"This is the most authoritative and informative book about
happiness ever written. That’s not surprising, given that its
authors are the world’s leading happiness researcher and his
psychologist-son, whose vocation is coaching people toward happier
lives."
–David G. Myers, Hope College, author, The Pursuit
of Happiness: Who is Happy, and Why

"A great gift from the leading professional scientist of
happiness in the world and his son, the 'Indiana Jones' of positive
psychology."
–Martin E. P. Seligman, University of Pennsylvania and
author, Authentic Happiness

"Want the key to happiness and success in life, choose the right
advisor. On the subject of happiness, students, researchers,
businesses, and governments have been turning to Ed Diener. Now, in
this powerful, ground-breaking book, we have the opportunity to
receive the coveted advice of Dr. Diener and his son Robert
Biswas-Diener. This book is a must read if you want a practical,
enjoyable, and uplifting science-based guide to achieving real
psychological wealth."
–David J. Pollay, B.A. Yale, M.A.P.P. University of
Pennsylvania, President, The Momentum Project, Syndicated
Columnist, and Author of The Law of the Garbage Truck

"The collaboration between the foremost authority on happiness
research and the “Indiana Jones” of psychology makes
for a great mix of interesting examples and solid research. I have
never seen a book that does such a good job offering useful
practical advice while basing this advice on completely sound
empirical research."
–Richard E. Lucas, Michigan State University

"This is a happiness book by the world authority, the
pre-eminent scholar in the field along with an in-the-trenches
coach who teaches and adapts this material every day for practical
use with his clients. These folks know happiness from the inside
out. The authors separate the wheat from the chaff, and serve up a
meal replete with tasty morsels of practical advice on how to live.
A joy to read!"
–Michael B. Frisch, Baylor University, author,
Quality of Life Therapy

"Finally the definitive book on happiness from the world’s
leading expert, Ed Diener, and his son, Robert Biswas-Diener, known
as the “Indiana Jones” of Positive Psychology. The
authors bring over thirty years of research and practice into this
engaging book that reveals the secrets of psychological wealth
– your true net work -- which includes your attitudes toward
life, social support, spiritual development, material resources,
and health. This is a landmark book that should be read not only by
laypersons but also scholars, educators, business leaders and
decision-makers interested in global well-being and human
happiness. "
–Jim Clifton, Chairman & CEO, The Gallup
Organization

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